Hamburger Steak

Makes 4 servings
From Japanese Cookbook for Beginners

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2 Tbsp avocado oil, divided
½ medium yellow onion, chopped 
½ cup panko
2 Tbsp whole milk
12 oz (400g) ground beef
1 large egg, beaten
heaping ½ tsp salt
pinch freshly ground black pepper
pinch ground nutmeg
1 Tbsp sake
¼ cup grated daikon
ponzu, for serving
2–4 shiso leaves, thinly sliced, for serving

Heat 1 Tbsp avocado oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent and soft, about 5 mins. Set aside to cool.

In a large bowl combine the panko and milk. When the panko has softened, add the ground beef, cooled onion, egg, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

Using your hands, mix until well combined. Divide the mixture in 4 portions and shape into oval patties, about a ½-inch thick.

Heat the remaining 1 Tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the patties and cook for 1 min, then reduce the heat to low and cook for an additional 2 mins. Flip the patties, return the heat to high and cook for 1 more min. Add the sake, cover, and reduce the heat to medium-low; cook for 5 mins. 

Uncover and check to see if the patties are done by poking them with your finger. The patties should be firm and the juices should run clear.

Serve topped with grated daikon, ponzu, and shiso.